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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2005ELANTRA GLS, 4D HATCHBACK, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALCOOLING SYSTEM (MECHANICAL)ENGINE (G4GC-GLS 2.0L)COOLING SYSTEMINSTALLATIONTHERMOSTAT

2005 Hyundai Elantra GLS, 4D Hatchback, Automatic

Cooling System: Installation: Thermostat

2005 Hyundai Elantra GLS, 4D Hatchback, AutomaticSECTION Thermostat

Place thermostat in thermostat housing.
1. Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve upward.
2. Install a new gasket (A) to the thermostat (B).
  
  Fig 1: Installing Thermostat With Jiggle Valve Upward
  Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
Install water inlet (A).
Tightening torque

15 ~ 20Nm (150 ~ 200kf.cm, 9 ~14lbf.ft)

Fig 2: Installing Water Inlet
Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
Fill with engine coolant.
Start engine and check for leaks.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.